Parkinson’s UK

Parkinson’s UK

Description

People with Parkinson's or other forms of progressive parkinsonism, and unpaid carers, can apply for a Parkinson's UK Grant up to £1,500.


Eligibility Criteria

If you're affected by Parkinson's you can apply for an amount up to £1,500 to fund electrical items, respite care, specialist equipment or activities. This applies to:

  • People with Parkinson's or other forms of progressive parkinsonism.
  • Carers who aren't paid for their caring role.

They don't count Carer's Allowance as being paid.


Availability

Applications for Parkinson's UK Grants are now open. There will be 3 funding rounds for Parkinson’s UK Grants in 2021:

  • Round 1 opens on 1 February and closes on 31 March 2021
  • Round 2 opens on 1 May and closes on  31 July 2021
  • Round 3 opens on 1 September and closes on 31 October 2021

Please make sure you don't send your application after the closing date. Applications received after the closing dates won’t be considered for funding and can’t be carried forward to the next round. 


How to Apply

The application form and guidance for applicants are available on the Parkinson's UK website:

Application Form and Guidance

 

Lanarkshire Carers Centre: Hamilton

Ground Floor Left
Princes Gate
60 Castle Street
Hamilton
ML3 6BU

Monday - Friday:
9:00am to 4:30pm

Lanarkshire Carers Centre: Airdrie

Airdrie Locality Support Services
92 Hallcraig Street
Airdrie
ML6 6AW

Monday - Friday:
9:00am to 4:30pm